Hills By (Bare)Foot

Today was hilly. I had a slow walk up the hill, realized how tired I was when I hit the top, ran down with my hair flowing freely/bare feet touching the ground/wind and sun touching my skin, then the sensation of my heart dropping as I look up and hurt my neck with the jolt by looking at the steepness (not relating to class assignments) and seeing a patch of dense mist over a mountain my friends are on having no idea what is going on, only guesses and patience.

A walk to Target via the creek and finding adventures along the way

with Jon Macemore

 

Through my camera's lens

having trouble focusing on the beautiful spider

drainage pipes leading directly into the creek...

~so peaceful~

slowly immerging

all the way

reflections, technology, bridges... :)

Grapes: though they were only way up high - apparently they weren't meant for humans to gather (without a ladder and or super good tree climber). The birds are lucky!

 

Select photos from Jon's lens

 

We had an amazing walk. Sporatically and loosely planned this morning. Met - decided we wanted food and coffee before starting the journey so that we did. Walked. Observed. Shared. ...poison ivy. It was such a good time.

We both winced and made ewy faces when we popped out from the woods and saw pavement and houses. Next we popped out into a shopping center. Who knew culture shock was a thing from just about 2 miles away...

We spent some money (on food from fresh market) and saved some money courtesy of many dumpsters. I bought potatoes in a shop then found a trash can (to be composted which is soso much better than actually being throw out) with lots of potatoes in it. I collected what I thought could get used and I now have half a fridge of chopped up veggies without spending a dime. (Cucumber, peach, watermelon, peppers, and organic broccoli).

 

 

I am not panicking which is great but I do have class assignments due tomorrow morning (7AM blog for Maia and reading and moodle task for Jim by 8:20). My eyes are drooping and I ma ready to curl up and sleep but will dig for the energy to keep at it for a bit longer.  Vince is on his way.

 

I have 4 circles on my right wrist (redraw about an hour ago), a iece of black duct tape on my right ring finger, and hair that not only tucks behind my ears but also now fits into a hair tye.

 

Today started out tired, the middle was beautiful and adventure filled, and the near end got serious and hard fast - back to class assignments till my eyes close.